The 11th Convocation ceremony of the Bahria University Health Sciences Campus (BUHSC) Karachi was held at the Ibn-e-Sina Auditorium on Saturday.
The event was conducted in two sessions: the morning session, presided over by chief guest Prof Dr Mohammad Shoaib Shafi, president of the College of Physicians & Surgeons of Pakistan (CPSP), and the afternoon session was chaired by Dr Mukhtar Ahmed, chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
The ceremony was attended by officials from the Pakistan Navy, the registrar of the Bahria University, and distinguished members of the health sciences and medical and allied health community.
Director General Bahria University Health Sciences Campus, vice admiral (retd) Ather Mukhtar HI(M), delivered the welcome address, expressing immense pride in the institution and extending heartfelt congratulations to the graduates for their unwavering commitment, dedication, and hard work in reaching this significant milestone. He advised the students to practise integrity, compassion, collaboration and strive for innovation to meet the health challenges of our time.
Following the welcome address in both sessions, degrees were conferred by the chief guests, after which the oath- taking ceremony was conducted by Major General (retd) Shehla M. Baqai HI(M), dean health sciences and principal of the Bahria University Medical College. Certificates of merit and medals were awarded to outstanding students, recognizing their academic excellence. In total, 285 graduates received degrees across various disciplines, including MPhil, MBBS, BDS, BS Nursing, Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT), and BS Medical Lab Technology (MLT).
In his address to the morning session, Prof Dr Mohammad Shoaib Shafi warmly congratulated all graduates, especially gold and silver medalists. He also appreciated their hard work, along with your parents' support, that brought them this proud moment. Furthermore, he asked the students to remain resilient and uphold integrity, which are essential attributes of this noble profession.
During the afternoon session, Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed congratulated the graduates, expressing his unwavering confidence in their potential to become capable and visionary leaders of tomorrow. He shared his delight at attending the 11th Convocation ceremony, commending the impeccable organization and dignified conduct of the event.
With heartfelt appreciation, he recognized the dedication and sacrifices made by the graduates throughout their academic pursuits and offered his sincere prayers for their continued success and prosperity in all future endeavours.
Concluding the ceremony, Director General Bahria University Health Sciences Campus Vice Admiral (retd) Ather Mukhtar HI(M) presented convocation souvenirs Prof Dr Mohammad Shoaib Shafi and Dr Mukhtar Ahmed as a token of appreciation for honouring the occasion with their presence and valuable time.
